Australia (Australian) stories - Page 19

Australian IT leaders exhibit high trust in AI but are investing less, with an average spend of $1.09 million, amid fears of falling behind.

Despite rapid growth, Australia's cybersecurity sector faces significant gender disparity, especially in leadership. Experts advocate for education, mentorship, and policy changes to address underutilised female talent.

Middlebank Consulting Group partners with Freterium to offer advanced cloud-based Transportation Management System in Australia and New Zealand, targeting efficiency and cost reductions.

Databricks and Queensland Government announce new Data and AI Academy, aiming to enhance skills of over 100 public sector employees in data analytics and AI.

Xiaomi launches POCO F6 Series in Australia, targeting budget-conscious tech enthusiasts with flagship performance; prices start at AUD $699.

Segway-Ninebot is opening a new store in Parramatta on 31 August, offering discounts on its kick scooters to celebrate. This is its first standalone outlet in New South Wales.

McAfee launches Australia's first AI-powered Deepfake Detector on select Lenovo PCs, aiming to curb scams and misinformation for worried Australians.

Australia faces mounting tech sector challenges due to severe skills shortages, Hays report reveals, ranking the nation fourth globally for talent deficits.

Sydney-based cybersecurity firm LMNTRIX joins Gartner's 2024 MDR Market Guide, ranking among the top 20 vendors globally and standing out as the only Australian-founded, privately-held company in this cohort.

Fujitsu secures all four Microsoft Security Specialisations and joins the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association, enhancing its cloud security solutions across Australia and New Zealand.

New Zealand-based Take2 empowers parolees and ex-offenders by teaching web coding and software development, securing an 88% employment success rate within six months.

As AI transforms Australia's mining sector, fears of job cuts loom. But Orange Business argues that AI can enhance safety, efficiency, and job security.

Pieter Danhieux, CEO of Secure Code Warrior, transformed his passion for cybersecurity into a global mission, reshaping secure coding for 600+ clients worldwide.

Splend, Australia’s largest electric vehicle fleet operator, is named among the Best Places to Work for 2024, emphasising employee satisfaction and sustainability.

Australia lags in generative AI adoption, risking a competitive edge as only 42% of companies embrace the tech compared to 81% in India.

Orro, partnering with Juniper, launches Cloud Network Access Control to simplify user authentication and streamline policy management for existing infrastructure.

Immersive cybersecurity experiences and inclusive hiring practices are key to attracting more women into the cyber sector, fostering creativity and diversity.

Perceptive partners with Qualtrics to enhance its market research and experience management services, promising significant benefits for over 150 clients.

Dreame Technology makes its debut in New Zealand, launching the X40 Ultra robotic vacuum across 17 JB Hi-Fi stores in September 2024.

A new report by Remote reveals that high childcare costs and limited workplace flexibility are forcing many parents to consider quitting their jobs.